.25 ACP

Defining ACP (Automatic Colt Pistol) The acronym ACP stands for Automatic Colt Pistol. This designation is primarily associated with a specific type of ammunition, not necessarily the firearm itself. However, the connection between the ACP cartridge and firearms is undeniable. The “Automatic” portion of the name comes from the fact that these cartridges were specifically … Read more

Introduction The .25 Auto Colt Pistol, more commonly known as the .25 ACP, has a long and somewhat controversial history. Born in the early 20th century, this diminutive cartridge offered a pocketable solution for personal defense at a time when handguns were often cumbersome and difficult to conceal. While the .25 ACP isn’t known for … Read more